Cleveland, USA
41 days ago
Scrum Master, Project Manager

From the day we opened our doors in 1971, MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software solutions to improve people’s lives. The only way to carry out that mission is to hire the absolute best employees on earth. People like you.   
 

Work hard, play hard. Always. Our relentless commitment to client success, our employee resource groups and our promise to empower our teams to reach their full potential are a few examples of what makes MRI Software special.   
 

And we’re passionately dedicated to creating a work environment that you look forward to every single day. That’s why we invest heavily in our employee engagement, so you enjoy the tech industry’s best perks. Together with the whole Pride, (lion roar for "family") employees, customers, and partners, we’re on a mission to break new ground and lead the real estate industry into a digital-first future.  
 

We understand the need to provide a flexible working environment partnered with team collaboration and socialization. Therefore, we operate a hybrid working model with 3 days in-office and 2 days remotely. This role is based at our HQ in Solon, Ohio.
 

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
 

The Role:
 

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineering Project Manager to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of software development projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in software engineering, combined with excellent project management skills, to ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, QA, and stakeholders, to deliver high-quality software solutions.


You Will:

Project Planning & Execution: Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies. Ensure projects are executed according to plan, adjusting as necessary to meet objectives.

Team Leadership: Lead and motivate software development teams, providing clear direction, removing obstacles, and ensuring alignment with project goals. Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of project status, risks, and deliverables. Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate decision-making processes.

Scope Management: Define project scope in collaboration with stakeholders and manage scope changes through formal change management processes, ensuring that project objectives are met without unnecessary delays or cost overruns.

Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring that potential issues are proactively addressed. Develop contingency plans to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.

Quality Assurance: Ensure that projects meet the required quality standards by coordinating engineers and QA, implementing best practices, and conducting regular reviews throughout the development lifecycle.

Agile Practices: Promote and implement Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) within the team, facilitating regular stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure continuous improvement and timely delivery.

Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, and post-project reviews, to ensure clarity and continuity throughout the project lifecycle.

Performance Monitoring: Track and report on project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring that project objectives are met and identifying areas for improvement.

Continuous Improvement: Lead post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and best practices, driving continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies.

You Have:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or PMP certification is a plus.

Experience:

2+ years of experience in software project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex software projects on time and within budget.Strong background in software engineering, with hands-on experience in software development or technical leadership roles.Experience managing projects in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Trello, Microsoft Project, or similar.Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and software engineering principles.

Soft Skills:

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships.Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on finding innovative solutions to project challenges.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Preferred:

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification.Experience in enterprise software developmentFamiliarity with DevOps practices and tools.

We’re obsessed with making this the best job you’ve ever had!  
 

We want our teams to love working here, so we’ve created some incredible perks for you to enjoy:  

Join our employee-led groups to maximize your experience at work such as our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, employee resource groups such as Women and Allies, and our Pride Event GroupEnjoy peace of mind over yours and your family’s health with our medical coverage options and HSA benefitInvest in our competitive 401k plan and help set you up for your futureBig on family? So are we! We understand family is important and being able to spend quality time with your family is a wonderful experience. Our Parental Leave Program is designed to give you the opportunity to spend even more time with your new arrival(s)Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with 20 days PTO plus observed Holidays, plus 16 hours of ‘Flexi’ time a yearFurther your professional development and growth with our generous Tuition Reimbursement offerings Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere in the world for two weeks out of the year

At MRI, our company culture is more than a talking point – it’s what makes us shine! We value your hard work and encourage you to be your whole self while you do it. Passion, integrity, and inclusion mixed with a healthy dose of fun is what makes us the best fit for your next career move!
 

MRI continues to strive to amaze as a global industry leader in real estate software. Whether you are joining as a new pride member or bringing your expertise back, your talent is important to maintaining MRI’s high client experience standard and continuing our growth in the PropTech space.

Amazing growth takes amazing employees. Are you up to the challenge?

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.

Environmental Conditions
This person will work predominantly in an office type environment.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 8 or more hours a day. The employee is frequently required to see, hear and speak. The employee may be required to work at a computer work station for more than 5 hours a day.

Mental Demands
Reading, studying focused listening, auditing, inspecting, proofreading, and evaluating required. Ability to give, receive, and analyze information and prepare written materials. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data.
 

MRI Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, you are welcome here.

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